Reception Associate- OpenRoad Volkswagen Burnaby

OpenRoad Auto Group • Burnaby, BC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

OpenRoad Volkswagen Burnaby is seeking a full-time Reception Associate to join their Sales department. The company prides itself on a forward-thinking culture developed over 40 years, aiming to be a national automotive leader in customer experience. They are looking for team players who are eager to learn, work hard, and take ownership. This role offers opportunities for career acceleration within a growing automotive retail group that represents 21 automotive brands across 41 locations.

Requirements

• Ability to be versatile in working with changing priorities of position responsibilities, and ability to multitask.
• Professional personal appearance.
• Strong customer relation skills, and ability to work well with both internal and external customers, ensuring all guests are helped.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills over the phone and in person.
• Ability to work and function with all work teams and all department levels.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Demonstrated computer skills – MS Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work in an active, social atmosphere without being distracted.

Responsibilities

• Greet prospective customers and determine the nature of their visit.
• Direct customers to the correct department or personnel, notify the appropriate Product/Service Advisor that a customer is waiting, or introduce the customers to advisor.
• Answer basic customer inquiries and refer more extensive inquiries to the appropriate person.
• Handle telephone calls in a professional, friendly and efficient manner, striving to minimize the time they are put on hold.
• Takes thorough messages, indicating the caller’s name, company name if applicable, the time and reason for call, and ensures the message gets to the appropriate party.
• Perform clerical duties and accounting duties as assigned by Management.
• Manage the customer traffic control system.
• Receive and process payments.
• Assist with other administrative duties involving new & pre-owned inventory.
• Process sales documentation, and works effectively with sales team to ensure timely completion of all tasks.
• Remit mail received at the reception desk promptly.
• Complete warranty books for all sold vehicles.
• Keep customer lounge area presentable and tidy, including stocking coffee area.
• Follow company safety policies and practices, and immediately, report any and all accidents to a Manager/Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Discounted Vehicle Purchasing Program
• Boot Allowance
• Tool Subsidy
• Computer Rebate Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Employer RRSP Matching
• Internal and external, training & development opportunities for skill-development and growth
• Comprehensive extended health and dental plan, tailored around Associate wellness
• Recognition and Engagement Events!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed